Dr. Wessam Mankoula
Coverage of Dr. Wessam Mankoula in the Nexus archive.
- Ebola outbreak is ‘fastest growing ever’ as 600 die
The Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo is the fastest-growing ever recorded, with 600 confirmed deaths out of 1,759 cases. The Bundibugyo species, which has no approved vaccine or treatment, is spreading rapidly amid insecurity and a fragile health system. The WHO reports a 34% case fatality rate and is seeking $115 million to strengthen response efforts.
- Ebola cases increase almost 40% in a week as death toll passes 200
Ebola cases in Congo and Uganda have increased 38% in a week, with over 200 deaths reported. The outbreak, caused by the Bundibugyo virus (which lacks approved vaccines), has 894 confirmed cases across 32 health zones, primarily in Congo’s Ituri province. Challenges include limited contact tracing (only 4,000 of 17,000–35,000 potential contacts tracked) and insufficient funding, with only $90 million of $900 million pledged released.
- Ebola cases increase almost 40% in a week as death toll passes 200
The Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has surpassed 200 deaths with 894 confirmed cases, driven by the Bundibugyo virus which lacks approved vaccines. Cases increased 38% in a week, affecting 32 health zones, while contact tracing is hindered by conflict, displacement, and underfunded response efforts.
- Ebola cases increase almost 40% in a week as death toll passes 200
The Ebola outbreak in Congo and Uganda has surpassed 200 deaths with 894 confirmed cases, driven by the Bundibugyo virus lacking approved vaccines. Case numbers increased 38% in a week, spread across 32 health zones, and face challenges in contact tracing due to conflict, displacement, and underfunded response efforts.